If you are obese or overweight, this means that you are carrying excess body fat. Being overweight or obese is not just about how you look. Many people use drinks full of calories to quench their thirst.
Sugary drinks such as cola, tea and coffee with milk and sugar, milk and alcoholic drinks, all contain calories. One of the easiest ways to cut back on calories is simply to drink water as your main drink. Build your exercise levels up gradually. If you are not used to physical activity, try starting with a 30-minute brisk walk every day and then building up from there.